Brazil Facts | Top 10 Amazing & Interesting Facts About Brazil | Food, Culture, Rio de Janeiro etc.

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in both South America and Latin America. At 8.5 million square kilometers and with over 211 million people, Brazil is the world's fifth-largest country by area and the sixth most populous.
The capital of brazil is #Brasilia.
At 8.5 million square kilometers (3.2 million square miles) and with over 211 million people, Brazil is the world's fifth-largest country by area and the sixth most populous. Its capital is Brasília, and its most populous city is São Paulo.
Brazil is famous for some huge soccer stars, namely Pele, Ronaldo, and Ronaldinho. Football is like passion for Brazilians, who often refer to their country as “o País do Futebol” (“the country of football”).
At the heart of the Brazilian diet are rice, beans and manioc, a root vegetable from which they make farinha, a fine, yellowish flour. Meat, poultry and fish are added to the staple foods in varying degree. It's not surprising, then, that the national dish is feijoada.
Some amazing facts about brazil -

Brazil is the largest country in South America.
The name Brazil comes from a tree named brazilwood.
It is called Brasil in Portuguese, the official language spoken in Brazil.
Brazil is the only country in South America that speaks Portuguese.
Portugal claimed the land of Brazil in the year 1500.

Much of Brazil's international reputation is centered around local traditions and celebrations such as capoeira, the national sport, and the festivities of Carnaval. From the cult of soccer to Catholic holidays to the rituals of the local religion, Candomble, Brazil's traditions are both secular and sacred.

Brazil has 15 cities with more than a million people, 213 cities with between 100,000 and 1 million people, and 1414 cities with between 10,000 and 100,000 people. The largest city in Brazil is Sao Paulo, with a population of people.

#Sao Paulo
This melting pot is a nationwide leader in economics, politics and culture.

#Rio de Janeiro
The natural beauty of this World Heritage Site has made it one of the most visited cities in the Southern Hemisphere.

#Salvador
The home to one of the largest ports in the country is one of the richest cities with fine cuisine, music and architecture.

#Fortaleza
Historic landmarks, shopping, cuisine and urban beaches have led to the growth of this Brazilian city.

#Belo Horizonte
Mountains, native forest and a nature reserve are highlights of this naturally beautiful city.

#Brasilia
The capital of Brazil is the center of all three branches of Brazil's government.

#Curitiba
Immigrants contibuted to the urban development of this populous city.

#Manaus
Manaus' culture reflects the history of native Brazilian tribes.

#Recife
This city combines its role as a medical and educational center with beautiful beaches and historic sites.

#Belem
Belem's modern buildings and architecture haven't overcome the colonial portion of this populous city.


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